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Episode 037 – Why Make Music… The Mixtape
In this special extended edition, DJ Warm Cookies (aka Willa May) takes you on a sonic time machine through the soul, story, and culture of the mixtape. From reel-to-reel roots and cassette tape love letters to hip-hop street tapes, burned CDs, and algorithmic playlists, this episode explores the mixtape as an emotional diary, artistic manifesto, and cultural landmark.
We reflect decade-by-decade on how mixtapes evolved globally—from Bronx block parties and pirate UK radio to Brazilian funk CDs and Japanese City Pop crates. Along the way, you'll hear stories about DJ Clue, DJ Drama, DJ Screw, MF DOOM, and many more. This is more than music history—it’s a love letter to curation, memory, and the human need to share sound.
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